Zoopunk is a new computer and console game, which is formally announced by Xbox. The official trailer already exists on YouTube. This is the second major project by the TiGames developer. Zoopunk is a prequel to F.I.S.T.: Forged in Shadow Torch. The developers have projected the release date to be 2027.
Overview of the game and its setting.
Zoopunk is a setting in a darker Torch City. The plot takes place several decades earlier than the last game. Its plot revolves about the First Torch War and also about the origin of the mechanical enemies. The players are in charge of a group of animals who have to fight a corrupt system.
The art style in the game is the cyberpunk and dieselpunk art style. The atmosphere combines the neon lights and grimy industrial equipment. The primary villains belong to the Mechanical Legion. These foes consist of rubbish and metal, which developed self-consciousness.
Mechanics and Physics of Fighting.
Zoopunk alters the style of play, which is in 2-D side scrolling, to full 3-D action. The camera is in third person. This will make exploration open and intricate battling scenarios.
Combat System: The fighting in Zoopunk is centered around real-time melee and guns. Players have to go through light attacks and heavy attacks. The physics engine is capable of heavy impact. Enemies respond to the strikes of large weapons realistically.
Squad Mechanics: The game has a squad mechanism. During a battle, the players will be able to change the character they are playing.
Rayton is a bunny rabbit that employs intimate combat and velocity.
Braton is a rhino that serves as a tank, has high health and heavy attacks.
Trixie is a chipmunk who runs away by use of agility and technology.
Character Customization: Zoopunk has options for character customization. Players are able to modify the appearance of their team members. This developer verified that AI tools will be used to allow the players to make their own skins and mods in the future. This enables the high replay value.
Graphical and Technical Specification.
The game is based on Unreal Engine 5. With this engine, it is possible to have high-quality textures and artificial lighting effects. The hair of the animal characters is very detailed. The metallic components of the enemies have reflections that are ray-traced.
Platforms like Zoopunk are exclusive to the present generation. It will use the following platforms:
Xbox Series X
Xbox Series S
PlayStation 5
PC (Windows)
System Requirements (Estimated): Due to the use of Unreal Engine 5, the PC requirements will be high.
Storage Size: The game will make use of about 80 GB of SSD or 100 GB.
Memory: the minimum will be 16 GB, but 32 GB is advisable.
Graphics Card: Either NVIDIA RTX 30 Series or AMD will probably be the minimum to achieve a stable performance.
Online and Offline Availability: Zoopunk is essentially a single-player offline game. The main story probably does not need a constant connection to the internet. Nonetheless, it will require an online connection to update and enable user-generated content functions.
Release Information
TiGames and the Xbox have had a release date of 2027. The long development cycle makes the 3D physics and graphics of high standards. Additional details about Zoopunk might be found at future game awards such as the Game Awards or Summer Game Fest.